slider

noun

slid·​er ˈslī-dər How to pronounce slider (audio)
1
: one that slides
2
: a freshwater turtle (Trachemys scripta synonym Pseudemys scripta) chiefly of the southeastern U.S.
especially : one (T. scripta elegans) usually having a red stripe behind each eye and often sold as a pet
3
: a fast baseball pitch that breaks slightly in the same direction as a curve
4
: a very small meat sandwich typically served on a bun
especially : a small hamburger

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There are also sliders for Anger and Surprise, which were surprisingly effective. PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024 On Veterans Day White Castle will also serve its sliders in a patriotic package featuring 50 white stars on a navy-blue background. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024 The slider version of this is available as an appetizer. Alex Golden, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024 Dodgers Complete coverage: How the Dodgers made it to the World Series Oct. 20, 2024 The No. 2 starter in the Yankees postseason rotation, much of Rodón’s swing-and-miss came from his slider and changeup. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for slider 

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of slider was in 1530

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“Slider.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slider. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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slider

noun
slid·​er ˈslīd-ər How to pronounce slider (audio)
1
: one that slides
2
: a baseball pitch thrown like a fastball but breaking similarly to a curve
3
: a small meat sandwich typically served on a bun
especially : a small hamburger

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